The Nigeria international was a top target for the Blues in the last transfer window , but a deal did not materialise as he was reluctant to accept a significant pay-cut.

Osimhen ended up signing for Galatasaray on loan from Napoli, but there is a break clause that can be activated as the beginning of the New Year.

It is now reported that United are lining up an offer for the 25-year-old sensation. They see him as a potential replacement for Marcus Rashford .

Rashford has been unconvincing leading the line under new manager Ruben Amorim and he has fallen out-of-favour over the past three games.

The Englishman could be offloaded at the turn of the year and reports claim that United have already made contact with Osimhen's agent.

A deal won't be straightforward with Napoli expected to demand his €75m release clause. They are unlikely to provide any kind of discount.

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